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Meryl Streep is stepping back into Miranda Priestly’s world for a new sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, arriving May 1. Fans will see the icy editor return, but the actress says the experience came with unexpected physical tolls and plenty of backstage levity.
Meryl Streep returns as Miranda — what to expect
The sequel reunites Streep with a role she helped make iconic two decades ago. Production revisited the signature looks that defined Miranda, while allowing the character to age and adapt. Streep described the costume demands as intense and joked about the endurance required to wear the footwear for extended shoots.
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- Release date: May 1.
- Character continuity: Miranda retains her commanding style, updated for time.
- Actor note: Streep said the shoes were a challenge after weeks on set.
Costume direction: keeping runway glamour without time-stamping
Costume designer Molly Rogers aimed to preserve the original film’s fashion DNA. Her approach favored pieces that feel eternal over seasonal trends. The goal was to suggest runway provenance without tying the looks to a single year.
Design principles that guided the wardrobe
- Timeless silhouettes over trendy gimmicks.
- High-fashion provenance, implying runway origins.
- Cohesive color and fabric story across characters.
- Practical updates to reflect character evolution.
Rogers said she used the first film as a map but expanded the horizon so the clothes could feel relevant now and later.
Cast reactions: humor, reverence and a touch of nostalgia
Co-stars responded to Streep’s return with admiration and playful awe. Anne Hathaway recalled a moment on set when seeing Streep walking ahead felt like a time warp. The sight brought back the early-career thrill of the original film, while also showing how the actors have matured.
Stanley Tucci emphasized that the costumes are more than outfits. For him, they are crucial to the characters’ identities and to the story’s tone.
Behind the scenes: wardrobe choices that shaped character arcs
The costume work did more than dress actors. It signaled power dynamics and personal growth. Miranda’s established elegance underscores her dominance. Andy Sachs — now changed by a long career and new confidence — wears clothes that reflect her evolution.
- Miranda Priestly: precision tailoring, statement coats, commanding footwear.
- Andy Sachs: updated sophistication, pieces that show a career arc.
- Supporting cast: curated looks that echo industry hierarchy.
Why the wardrobe still matters to audiences
The original film left a lasting imprint on fashion culture. Costumes that seemed “ripped from the runway” helped create aspirational moments now tied to cinematic memory. The sequel leans into that legacy while reimagining it for a new era.
Expect familiar visual cues and new details designed to reward both long-time fans and newcomers.
